Calif. Crab Closures: Workers Voice Concerns With Partial Opening

The commercial crab season is suffering a huge loss this year, impacting several Bay Area businesses and residents.

Gas Prices Down 30 Cents In Past Month Around Menlo Park, Atherton

And they may stay down through spring, analysts say. Click here to see our low-price finder!

Sunset Magazine Settles into Oakland Offices

Owner Time, Inc. sold the magazine’s iconic, bucolic 7 acre campus in Menlo Park to a real estate investment and management company.

Silicon Valley Couple Accused of $7.4 Million Fraud Against Local Church, Donor

The Cupertino couple allegedly set up a phony foundation and spent loans and donations on themselves.

Menlo Park, Atherton Area Gas Prices Lower Than State Average, AAA Says

The statewide average gas price is at $2.85 per gallon, up by $0.17 since last month, AAA officials said.

Google, Ford to Partner on Self-Driving Cars: Report

The Peninsula-based tech giant is expected to share expertise with Ford on autonomous vehicles.

Data Breach Reported at Menlo Park Safeway: Report

A new report says that card skimmers have been found at Safeway stores in California and Colorado - including two in the Bay Area.

Menlo Park-Atherton Drivers Paying Lower Gas Prices This Holiday Season

The average price in California is down 29 cents from a year ago, according to AAA Northern California officials.

Gas Prices Falling Near Menlo Park, Atherton As Holiday Season Arrives

One expert says prices could drop by as much as 10 cents per gallon by the end of the year.

Should Menlo Park, Atherton Fast-Food Workers Make $15 An Hour?

In a series of protests across the nation, fast-food and other lower-wage workers are demanding a $15 an hour minimum wage and sick leave.

Caltrain Looks for Ways to Improve Safety as Vehicle Strikes Rise

There have been 18 deaths on Caltrain tracks this year, up dramatically from last.

Report: Calif. Businesses Booming, Unemployment to Drop

Economists noted that most areas of the state have recovered the jobs that were lost during the recession, leading to a demand for workers.

Forbes 400: California Dominates List of Billionaires

The 2015 list has just been released. Silicon Valley Tech Titans populate the top, but other industries created super wealth.

Latest Facebook Privacy Hoaxes Aren't True -- Or New

Don’t fall for either of these.

Menlo Park Coffee Addicts: Here's Where to Get Freebies Tuesday for National Coffee Day

McDonald's, Starbucks and other stores are offering free coffee and discounts to celebrate #NationalCoffeeDay.

Hundreds of Seasonal and Part-Time Jobs Listed in California

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the most recent career opportunities.

'The Force' and Disney Magic are About to Collide

Disneyland will celebrate the new Star Wars film, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” beginning in November.

Holy Copyrights, Batman! Batmobile Protected, Court Rules

A federal appeals court in San Francisco upheld a lower court's decision that a Temecula garage shop violated DC Comic's copyrights.

Bay Area Consumer Prices On the Rise

It costs less to gas-up your car, and more to heat your home. A steep rise in housing prices also contributed to the increase.

Uber Loses Arbitration Bid, Must Fight Drivers in Court

A San Francisco judge ruled the ride-sharing company's contract with drivers contradicts itself making its arbitration clause unenforceable.

Which California Cities Have Fared Best and Worst Since the Recession?

One Southern California city has fared worse than every other major city in the nation while a Northern California city is thriving.

Hundreds of New Jobs Listings in California Over the Past Week

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UPS Hiring Nearly 100,000 Workers For Holidays: Here's Where

Find thousands of jobs posted daily.

Job Openings Hit Record High: Here Are Thousands Of Them

California job-seekers rejoice. Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Will You Awaken Early to Buy New Star Wars Toys on Force Friday?

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' debuts in December, but merchandise for the film goes on sale Sept. 4. Will you be standing in line?

Uber Faces Class Action Lawsuit From Drivers

The lawsuit will establish whether the drivers are independent contractors or employees.

PG&E Warns Customers of Scams

They come at you by phone and email--scammers trying to separate you from your hard-earned money. Even non-customers are targeted.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon Recall: Early Spoilage Possible

More than 2 million pounds may have inaccurate "Best When Used By" dates.

California May Bear Brunt of Chinese Market Crash

Because California is part of the Pacific Rim, one economic expert thinks Monday's crash may be felt here more than any other states.

Geico Agrees to Pay $6M to Settle Alleged Misleading Business Practices

The Consumer Federation of California alleged the insurance giant mislead consumers by display rates that were not its lowest available.

5 Things To Know About The Stock Market Plunge

What does the chaos mean for you?

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Target Reaches $67 Million Settlement With Visa Over Data Breach

More closure after a massive data breach affected 40 million card users.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

$10 Back to School Haircuts at JCPenney Salons in August

Find out how you can make a salon appointment for your student.

No More 'Boys' and 'Girls' In Target Stores: Signage Removed

Old signs will be phased out and color indicators in the toy section changed.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Should All Companies Offer Longer Paid Leave for New Parents?

Los Gatos-based Netflix set off a nationwide conversation Tuesday when it announced generous paid leave for new moms and dads.